Pedometers are a key part of the WalkSmart! Active Schools program. Many schools have pedometers available as part of their PE curriculum, which can be used with this program. If your school does not already have pedometers and you do not have a budget to purchase them, we recommend several ways to raise funds for pedometer purchases:
Request a Quote
Before you start looking for funding, you will need to establish a cost or budgeted amount for pedometers. First, determine how many pedometers you need. It is best if every student has their own pedometer to take home and wear after school and on weekends.
Once you have an estimated quantity required, contact us at sales@walk4life.com or call 888-422-1806 to request a quote for your school or district.
Approach your school administrator and ask if funds are available in the school budget. Download the WalkSmart! Active Schools brochure to help explain the program.
Teachers are having bakes sales, car washes and other fundraising activities to obtain funding. The Walk4Life ShareWear Program is a great way to raise the funds you need. Purchase pedometers at a significant savings and use them as a fundraiser to purchase additional pedometers or program memberships.
Your school PTA may be a good source of funding. Download the WalkSmart! Active Schools brochure and our ShareWear Program to get them excited about supporting the program.
Another way to obtain funding is through private donations. Private funding can come from a local bank, retailer, hospital or any other business that wants the opportunity to support their local community and schools. Click here for sample letters you can send.
There are numerous federal, private and educational grants available for school programs that help kids lead healthier, more active lives. You may want to enlist the support of a grant specialist in your school district to help complete the application. Click on the list of websites below to find helpful sources of information about education grants.
